Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 244: An Act promoting access to professional development programming in Massachusetts
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 244 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act promoting access to professional development programming in Massachusetts. Primary sponsor: Barry Finegold (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S3000.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 244) of Barry R. Finegold and Tram T. Nguyen for legislation to further assist employees through professional development training. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Finegold | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Essex and Middlesex |
| Tram Nguyen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 18th Essex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see S3000
- Reporting date extended to Thursday March 5, 2026
- Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Hearing scheduled for 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure